Chapter 462 Chapter 462: Can we move beyond our past conflicts? Harlee smirked.
How absurd! Was Angela seriously attempting to shift the blonto her? Harlee sprawled comfortably on the sofa, her gaze flicking upward with defiance.
Who claimed I was behind your familys financial ruin? Angela nearly blurted out Lindsay but caught herself just in time.
Her expression shifted to one of terror as she stammered, I... I just thought... Wasnt it you? Harlee eyed the blinking red light tucked in a covert corner, a mocking smile curving her lips.
You really think youre worth the hassle of dealing with your family? In truth, the downfall of the Hilton family stemmed from their own internal mismanagement.
The Sanderson family had merely nudged them along the path to ruin.
Angelas lips were pressed into a tight line, her eyes widening in sheer disbelief.
Follow on NovᴇlEnglish.nᴇtHarlee didnt even consider her a threat! A tempest of emotions churned within Angela, her fingers creasing the fabric of her dress.
She fought to keep her composure, her voice barely a whisper as she accepted the juice from Lillie.
Youre absolutely right, Miss Sanderson.
Im not even close to being worthy of standing as your rival.
Despite the emotional whirlwind raging inside her, Angelas face remained the picture of serenity as she gently set the glass of juice on the table.
This juice is a humble offering from my mother.
We hope it can convey our apologies.
Convey your apologies? Harlees voice turned icy, her gaze sharpening like daggers.
Explore galnov????lsfor fresh content As the air thickened with tension, Harlees countenance unexpectedly softened, and she sipped the juice with an air of casual dismissal.
I accept your gesture of apology.
Whether I forgive you, however, will depend on what you do from now on, she stated evenly, her voice dropping to a chilling register.
Do not letdown.
With a swirl of her dress, Harlee exited with poise, leaving a heavy silence in her wake.
Her menacing smirk lingered like a shadow.
Lillie, visibly shaken, clutched Angelas hand, whispering frantically, Angela, do you think she had seen through our intentions? Doubt gnawed at Angela, her heart sinking with the weight of uncertainty.
Nevertheless, Angela reassured Lillie with a confident tone.
Follow on Novᴇl-Onlinᴇ.cᴏmNo way! Did you notice she gulped down that juice without hesitation? She didnt even stop to sniff it.
Theres no way she suspected anything about our scheme! Lillies nerves calmed as she absorbed Angelas certainty.
Youre right.
She breathed out in relief, her previous tension easing.
Its just unfortunate about the person Miss Morgan picked out... With a mischievous glint in her eye, Angela shook her head.
Not unfortunate at all.
Do you have another plan up your sleeve? Lillie asked, curiosity pique Angela merely smiled, her lips sealed.
The juice they had given Harlee was spiked with a powerful aphrodisiac.
Despite Harlees usual composure, the drug was bound to cause chem embarrassment at the engagement party.